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Cystic duplication of the rectum--report of two clinical cases
F Carvalho1, F Pereira, C Enes
1Department of Pediatric Surgery, Maria Pia Children's Hospital, Porto, Portugal.
Insights
Cystic rectal duplication, a rare condition, can manifest as rectal prolapse in children. Surgical excision via a transanal approach offers a successful treatment with a smooth recovery.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Gastroenterology
- Congenital Anomalies
Background:
- Cystic rectal duplication is a rare congenital anomaly.
- It can present with varied symptoms, including rectal prolapse.
Observation:
- Two pediatric cases of cystic rectal duplication presenting as rectal prolapse are reported.
- Patients were an 8-month-old and a 12-year-old female.
Findings:
- Diagnosis was confirmed, and surgical excision was performed using a transanal approach.
- Histological examination verified the presence of cystic rectal duplication.
Implications:
- This case report highlights the transanal approach as an effective surgical option for cystic rectal duplication.
- Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes in pediatric patients.
Abstract:
The authors present two case reports of cystic rectal duplication which presented as rectal prolapse. Two girls, caucasian race, 8 months and 12 years old, went to the emergency department because of a rectal prolapse. After the diagnosis surgical excision was performed by transanal approach. The post-operative period was short and uneventful. Histological examination confirmed a rectal cystic duplication.